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Council fails to appoint replacement to McMinn County library board
Summary
Council considered nominations to fill a library-board vacancy but did not achieve the majority required to appoint a candidate; council discussed qualifications and diversity of experience before the motion failed.
The Athens City Council considered two candidates to fill a vacancy on the McMinn County Library Board but did not confirm an appointment at the Dec. 1 meeting.
Mayor Jeremy Eaton opened the item; Amy (last name recorded variably in the packet) was nominated but did not receive a second. After further nominations, Jacob Burnett (also recorded as Burnett/Barnett in meeting audio) received a motion and second. Council members debated qualifications: one council member praised Amy's background in education and prior advisory experience; others said a business-owner perspective could broaden board viewpoints. During roll call the motion failed to secure the required majority, and the council left the seat vacant for future consideration.
Council members said they appreciated both applicants and signaled intent to revisit the appointment at a later meeting.
